Tête Fromagée avec Moutarde de Dijon et Cornichons
Head Cheese with Dijon Mustard and Cornichons
Yes, with a tweak: ensure Dijon mustard is sugar-free. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Québécois charcuterie item, featuring seasoned and pressed pork head meat in its natural gelatin, served cold with sharp Dijon mustard and crunchy cornichons.
Key ingredients
Pork head meat, pork trotters (for gelatin), onions, carrots (trace), bay leaf, peppercorns, cider vinegar, salt. Served with Dijon mustard and cornichons.
How to make it keto
Ensure Dijon mustard is sugar-free. Request extra cornichons or a small side salad (without dressing) instead of any bread or high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Sugar in some commercial Dijon mustards, sugar in cornichons, trace carbs from mirepoix used in cooking.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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